Robert Trautmann – June 2, 2013 Many know that I previously worked for a major national insurer in their staff counsel office. Now, I am fortunate to practice law at the Merlin Law Group. One of the best parts about practicing law in this environment is that I am surrounded by the best minds in… Continue reading Appraisal and Bad Faith in New Jersey
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An Appraisal Award Satisfies the Favorable Resolution Requirement Making a Bad Faith Claim Ripe : Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog
Larry Bache – May 23, 2013 In Florida, an insured cannot file a bad faith action against his or her carrier without first resolving the underlying claim. Specifically, there needs to be a determination of liability and a determination as to the amount of the loss. This requirement is referred to as the “Favorable Resolution… Continue reading An Appraisal Award Satisfies the Favorable Resolution Requirement Making a Bad Faith Claim Ripe : Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog
Inadvertent Bad Faith?
Robert Trautman – April 24, 2013 My father always gave me good advice. One thing he told me that I will never forget is to think before you speak. This is a lesson some insurance adjusters need to learn; and some may learn the hard way. Throughout the claims process, a few simple words could… Continue reading Inadvertent Bad Faith?
Florida Second DCA Rules That Payment Of Appraisal Award Satisfies The “Favorable Resolution” Requirement For A Bad Faith Action
Ben Adams – April 19, 2013 In Florida, bad-faith actions against insurers pursuant to Section 624.155 cannot be brought until (1) the insured files a civil remedy notice (CRN) accepted by Florida’s Department of Financial Services; and (2) the underlying breach of contract lawsuit is “resolved in the insured’s favor.” See Blanchard v. State Farm Mut.… Continue reading Florida Second DCA Rules That Payment Of Appraisal Award Satisfies The “Favorable Resolution” Requirement For A Bad Faith Action
The Differences Between Insurance Disputes And Bad Faith
Georgina Clatworthy – April 5, 2013 When you purchase an insurance policy of any type, you do so under the belief that the policy is there to protect you and your loved ones. You purchase specific policies, such as car insurance or life insurance with the intent that if something should happen your claims will… Continue reading The Differences Between Insurance Disputes And Bad Faith